Back Beach

Back beach is a beach break on a sandy beach. There are several peaks, offering both right and left handers. The waves are powerful and punchy, top quality. Picks up good swell and can be a bit more sheltered than other breaks with some wind directions. It is suitable for all surfers & very popular beach so watch out for swimmers. You can know the rules and respect the locals.

From New Plymouth city centre head south west on Devon Street West, The surf Highway, State Highway 45, then turn right onto Lawry Street and left onto Breakwater Road. Near the port turn left onto Ngamotu Road then the first right onto Centennial Drive. Head down Centennial Drive and just past Rangitake Drive turn right into the Back Beach car park.

Back Beach is well-known for its over 10 km of fine sand seaside. The beach is always excited and busy with almost tourists both from the city itself and the world. At weekends or on holidays, there are thousands of people coming here for swimming and entertainment. In Bai Sau, there is a popular kind of entertainment: Paradis, the upgraded swimming and relaxing area, and a system of modern hotels, welcoming all tourists.

The main tourist beach of Vung Tau, Back Beach is better maintained than Front Beach and features more conveniences for visitors. 3 km in length, the beach features higher end venues, such as upscale hotels, restaurants and beach clubs, as well as local vendors renting umbrellas and other small goods.